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2012 jeep compass Reviews and News

2012 Jeep Compass

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Automobile Magazine
- 11/11/2011

Jeep has significantly upgraded the Compass since its lackluster debut in 2006. A vehicle that was quite literally the ugly duckling in the Jeep portfolio has been transformed into one of its best-looking products. The substantial interior and exterior makeover took place for the 2011 model year and resonated with shoppers, as sales have more than doubled. Jeep offers a variety of drivetrain options ranging from a
fuel-efficient 2.0-liter four-cylinder that gets 29 mpg to a more powerful 2.4-liter four that can be paired with the rugged Freedom Drive II four-wheel-drive system and an off-road package that transforms the Compass into a surprisingly capable off-road machine. Neither engine is very refined, but they provide adequate power and reasonable fuel economy. The Compass is best suited to around-town driving and off-road excursions that are more focused on casual sightseeing than technical challenges. The Compass will be remembered for trying to stretch the Jeep brand a little too far, and it isn't long for this world. Even Brian Nathan, chief engineer for the Compass and the Patriot, admits, "The vehicle's life cycle is very short at this stage." During a press conference in 2009, it was announced that the Patriot and the Compass would be killed off by the end of 2012 to make room for a new, Fiat-based small SUV wearing a Jeep badge. If you absolutely need a small Jeep today, the Compass will do, but smart shoppers should wait to see what 2013 holds.

Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne plans to overhaul his company's lineup over the coming years, with dramatic moves including killing the Jeep Compass and Patriot compact crossovers, and replacing the Chrysler Town & Country minivan with a crossover. Marchionne revealed many of the product plans at a media briefing at the company's factory in Belvidere, Illinois.
Marchionne told Automotive News that the Jeep Compass and Patriot (pictured) would continue to be built in Belvidere (alongside the 2013 Dodge Dart) until August 2014. He said that there are "a number of candidates" to replace the Jeep twins, but didn't elaborate further. We have previously heard that the Patriot and Compass will eventually be reincarnated on the CUSW (Compact U.S. Wide) platform that underpins the 2013 Dodge Dart.
The Jeep Liberty also will probably be redesigned for 2014. Based on our spy photos and earlier reports, we can expect the 2014 Liberty to be based on the CUSW platform, which in turned was cribbed from Europe's Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
As has long been rumored, Marchionne confirmed that the Chrysler Town & Country minivan will be reinvented as a crossover. The Dodge Grand Caravan will be the company's only minivan offering going forward; the brand invented the minivan segment in the 1980s, and it made little sense for Chrysler and Dodge to offer two essentially identical vans. As we reported in our July 2012 issue, Chrysler’s T&C replacement will be an upscale crossover that might resemble the Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
Unsurprisingly, Marchionne admitted that the SRT performance brand is working on developing a Dodge Dart SRT4. It will take the place of the Dodge Caliber SRT4, which was dropped in 2009. The only remaining debate is "how big an engine we stick in it," Marchionne told AN. SRT president and CEO Ralph Gilles told us in January that his brand would consider developing a high-performance version of every Chrysler product except for minivans.
Finally, Marchionne offered a candid take on the electric version of the Fiat 500, which will launch this fall. He said that the zero-emissions subcompact was being designed only so the company could meet requirements in states like California by selling an electric car. Chrysler expects to lose at least $10,000 for each Fiat 500 EV it sells, after all.
Source: Automotive News

Chrysler's Mopar brand was once relegated to providing service parts for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles - but as the brand celebrates its 75th anniversary, it's increasingly playing a part in actually creating new cars and accessory package. In fact, the brand is unveiling four new customized model packages at a press conference this morning.

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Warranty

Recalls

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:20

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Summary

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JEEP PATRIOT AND COMPASS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 17, 2011, THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2012. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY CONTAINING A DAMAGED ROLL-OVER VALVE.

Consequences

IN THE EVENT OF AN IMPACT OR ROLL-OVER, FUEL LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT MAY 25, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Potential Units Affected

1,689

Notes

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:30

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Consequences

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Potential Units Affected

254,396

Notes

Chrysler Group LLC

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:30

Component

SEAT BELTS

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Consequences

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Potential Units Affected

254,396

Notes

Chrysler Group LLC

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:30

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.

Consequences

In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.

Potential Units Affected

254,396

Notes

Chrysler Group LLC

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:30

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Summary

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.

Consequences

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank transfer tube free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 30, 2013. Owners were notified by Chrysler on July 19, 2013, that parts are now available. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N17.